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Partnership Expands Headquarters to Double Subsea Production Capacity

Underwater robotics manufacturer Oceanbotics and parent firm RJE International have relocated to a new 20,000 square foot Irvine facility that more than doubles production capacity for subsea technology solutions worldwide

Sep 28, 2026

Offshore Cargo Drone Campaign Completed at Triton Knoll

RWE and Ampelmann complete a six-week cargo drone campaign at Triton Knoll, with more than 250 flights transferring over nine tonnes of offshore cargo

Sep 24, 2026

FarSounder 3D Forward Looking Sonar Integrated with AI Navigation for USVs

FarSounder and Robosys Automation have combined Argos 3D Forward Looking Sonar with VOYAGER AI to extend situational awareness below the surface and support navigation around underwater hazards

Sep 22, 2026

U.S. Navy Contract Secured for APEX Profiling Floats

Teledyne Webb Research, a subsidiary of Teledyne Marine, has been awarded a U.S. Navy contract potentially worth up to $51.1 million to supply APEX profiling floats for autonomous oceanographic measurements to depths of 2,000 meters

Sep 18, 2026

Building More Efficient Marine Research Imaging Workflows

SubC Imaging examines how marine researchers can streamline fieldwork by improving data capture, imaging quality, platform selection, and post-survey analysis workflows

Sep 15, 2026

SIM 2026 to Focus on Seabed Security & Maritime Supply Chains

Organized by the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, the Saudi International Maritime Forum 2026 will bring together global leaders in Riyadh to address critical seabed security and resilient maritime supply chains

Sep 07, 2026

Multispectral Camera System Unveiled for Autonomous & Uncrewed Vessels

Designed to enhance navigation in demanding environments, the new FLIR M364C-USV from Teledyne FLIR Marine combines thermal and visible imaging to deliver critical real-time visual intelligence for autonomous and uncrewed surface vessels

Sep 03, 2026

New MEMS Accelerometer Targets Marine Applications

Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd has launched Zenith®, a closed-loop MEMS accelerometer delivering low-noise linear acceleration measurement for demanding surface and sub-surface marine applications, including heave measurement

Sep 01, 2026

Compact Sensor Enables Low-Power Air & Surface Water CO₂ Monitoring

Pro-Oceanus launches a dual-purpose CO₂ measurement system designed for autonomous platforms and distributed monitoring applications

Aug 27, 2026

Choosing the Right Underwater Laser

SubC Imaging outlines how underwater laser types support subsea measurement, surface profiling, photogrammetry, and inspection across different platforms, camera orientations, and environmental conditions

Aug 24, 2026

Latest News

Saildrone Secures Danish Registration for European USV Operations

In a milestone for autonomous maritime technology, four Saildrone Voyager unmanned surface vehicles have become the first uncrewed vessels to achieve national flag status through official Danish maritime registration

Sep 29, 2026

Autonomous Underwater Robotics & AI Systems Awarded for Ghost Gear Recovery

The international EU-funded NETTAG+ initiative, leveraging autonomous robotics from INESC TEC, acoustic sensors, and AI to locate abandoned ghost fishing gear, has been recognised with the prestigious Atlantic-WestMED Project Award 2026

Sep 29, 2026

Partnership Expands Headquarters to Double Subsea Production Capacity

Sep 28, 2026

Partnership to Equip New Hybrid Vessel With Next-Generation Alpha ROV

Global Marine and Orange Marine join forces to bring 3,000-meter subsea depth capabilities to a new cable maintenance vessel

Sep 28, 2026

Floating Offshore Wind Platform Redesign Supports Next-Gen 18MW Turbines

Gazelle Wind Power has engineered a breakthrough floating platform design capable of supporting 18MW+ turbines in extreme offshore conditions while reducing capital expenditure and lifetime energy costs by over half

Sep 25, 2026

SEABER AUVs Procured for Mine Countermeasures & Seabed Detection

Driven by geopolitical shifts in the Near and Middle East, European navies are urgently acquiring SEABER lightweight autonomous underwater vehicles to enhance mine detection through advanced single-operator seabed sonar imaging

Sep 24, 2026

Offshore Cargo Drone Campaign Completed at Triton Knoll

RWE and Ampelmann complete a six-week cargo drone campaign at Triton Knoll, with more than 250 flights transferring over nine tonnes of offshore cargo

Sep 24, 2026

Partners Expand Autonomous Surface Vessel Manufacturing

Maritime Tactical Systems has partnered with SŌLACE Boats to boost production of its autonomous surface vessels by 100 units annually, leveraging advanced manufacturing capabilities to meet expanding national security demand

Sep 23, 2026

Integrated Monitoring Service to Support UK North Sea Post-Decommissioning

Viridien has secured a five-year contract to provide Ithaca Energy with an integrated monitoring service combining AIS vessel surveillance and satellite-based environmental monitoring for the Greater Stella Area in the UK North Sea

Sep 23, 2026

Partners Launch Major Offshore Brazil 3D Seismic Survey

SLB and Shearwater GeoServices have launched the Amapá 3D seismic survey offshore Brazil to expand regional exploration coverage and provide critical subsurface intelligence following a recent offshore hydrocarbon discovery nearby

Sep 22, 2026

Resources

Underwater Inspection Technologies Guide

A look into underwater inspection combining robotic platforms, optical and acoustic sensing, navigation, measurement and data systems to reveal not just what lies below the surface, but its condition and change over time

Sep 18, 2026

8 Essential Questions for Procuring Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs)

An eight-point procurement guide outlining the critical questions to ask USV manufacturers and suppliers across all maritime sectors

Feb 24, 2026

What Can You Actually Put on a USV? Payload Types Across Maritime Missions

From sensors to sonar, see how USV payload types are adapted for very different maritime missions across science, survey, and operations

Feb 24, 2026

Combat USVs in Naval Warfare: Roles, Control, and Constraints

A concise, realistic explanation of combat USVs, covering roles, command and control, sensors, weapons, survivability, and naval integration.

Feb 19, 2026

Understanding Autonomy Levels Across USVs and ASVs

A practical, operations-focused explanation of autonomy levels in USVs and ASVs, examining control modes, HITL oversight, and real-world maritime constraints

Feb 17, 2026

Pipeline and Cable Inspection Support USVs Explained: Surface Roles, Subsea Assets, and Operational Reality

A practical explanation of how USVs support pipeline and subsea cable inspection by enabling ROVs and AUVs through surface positioning, communications, and mission coordination

Feb 17, 2026

Get to Know USV Size Classes: Small, Medium, Large, and Fleet-Classes Explained

Clear explanation of USV size classes and how payload, endurance, logistics, and mission scope drive platform selection in ocean science and marine operations

Feb 10, 2026

Collision Avoidance for USV: Practical Constraints, Compliance, & Real-World Implementation

A technical look at USV collision avoidance today, including COLREGs interpretation, sensor fusion, human oversight, and the constraints that shape real deployments.

Feb 10, 2026

Port Security Solutions and Maritime Defense

Ports and maritime facilities require specialized security and defense solutions to address various surface, subsurface, and aerial threats. Systems supporting mine detection and clearance, mine countermeasures (MCM), explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), C4ISR integration, counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUAS), and underwater acoustic intelligence are key to maintaining operational stability and situational awareness in maritime environments

Aug 14, 2025

NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000: A Complete Guide for Marine Electronics Networking

From environmental sensors to sonar systems, modern marine technology depends on reliable, real-time data exchange. NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 are the foundational communication protocols that enable this interoperability between onboard instruments. This guide explains how both standards work, their differences, and how they’re applied across ocean science, unmanned systems, and commercial marine operations.

Jun 11, 2025

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